Learn more about the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses topics regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in blended learning technology are enabling humans in nations all aver the world to take classes online. Massively open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning organizations must deal with today because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing necessity to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders want to better grasp these significant new open educational initiatives. Professors want to perceive how MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desire for information the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational issues. This scholarly new book also considers the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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